What is the surgical term for hop surgery involving fracture realignment?

The term "Open Reduction with Internal Fixation" refers specifically to a surgical procedure utilized to realign fractured bones. In this context, open reduction involves directly accessing the fractured area through an incision to properly set the bones in their correct anatomical position. Once the bones are aligned, internal fixation is employed, which involves the use of devices like metal plates, screws, or rods to stabilize the bones during the healing process. This technique is essential in ensuring that the fracture heals correctly and that the integrity and functionality of the bone are restored.

The other options pertain to different surgical interventions. Joint replacement involves replacing a damaged joint with a prosthetic, typically due to severe arthritis or injury. Fusion surgery refers to the process of fusing two bones together to eliminate movement at a joint, often to alleviate pain or stabilize an area. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to examine and sometimes treat conditions within a joint, but does not involve the same level of direct manipulation and stabilization of fractured bones as open reduction with internal fixation.